It’s then chilled and rolled in a combination of scallions and roughly chopped pecans.
Some people might arguecheese ballsare passe.
(We never would.)
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But for most Southerners, the cheese ball is the nostalgic appetizer we’ll welcome at any party.
Learn how to make this classic ham and cheese ball for your next gathering.
You could do a coating of all pecans or all herbs, whatever you like.
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Abundant parsley,green onions, and chivesinside and out give this ball both freshness and color.
More typically, cheese ball recipes call for raw nuts.
Leave the nuts a bit chunkier for a more rustic, homemade vibe.
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Serve it with crackers and toasted warm bread for spreading.
Slice off a little bit and enjoy with crackers for a snack or appetizer.
More Classic Cheese Balls
We’ve got plenty more delicious cheese balls to choose from.
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Try one of these next:
Ingredients
1(8-oz.)
Cover and chill 30 minutes.
Shape cheese mixture into a ball, and roll in pecan mixture until coated.
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